Philanthropy On The Waves At The Rolex Sydney Hobart Yacht Race With Livewire

The most unique boat to hit the waves in the Rolex Sydney Hobart Yacht Race is Livewire.org.au. The 37 foot yacht has been renamed by its crew in order to show their support for Livewire along with raising $50,000. The crew is leading the fundraising campaign ‘8 Men in a Boat’ to support the cause upheld by Livewire. Livewire is a subsidiary of the Starlight Children’s Foundation and provides a safe, free and fun online community for children and young people who are living with a serious illness, chronic health condition or disability. The endeavor is to provide a common online platform to such youngsters so that they can connect, share their experiences, express themselves and know that they are not alone in their struggle.

Terry Rooney, who is the boat master of Livewire.org.au, is a strong believer of the cause and therefore has done everything in his power to [...] Read More at Melrose Jewelers.

- Written by John Lavit

TRG Leaves No Stone Unturned To Defend Its Victory At The 2010 Rolex 24 At Daytona

TRG has created a strong history for itself at Rolex 24 At Daytona sports car races ever since it debuted in 1996. The year 2009 witnessed The Racers Group’s (TRG) victory at Rolex 24 At Daytona, which is the most trying endurance race in the world. TRG has announced a strong lineup for 2010 as it looks to defend its 2009 victory. TRG has to its credit three Rolex 24 At Daytona championships and seven podium finishes out of the last eight races. TRG is making every effort it can to secure its winning ways in the current season as well. The major announcement from TRG towards strengthening its position for the Rolex 24 At Daytona is its association with Flying Lizards Motorsports.

Kevin Buckler is delighted with the opportunity of teaming up with Flying Lizards Motorsports. He stated that the association with the successful brand is evidence of the [...] Read More at Melrose Jewelers.

- Written by John Lavit

2007 Grand Am Rolex Sports Car Series; GAINSCO Grabs Title, Patrick Dempsey Media Attention

The ever rising popularity of Grand Am Rolex racing received a big boast with the 2007 Grand Am Rolex Sports Car Series as it brought forth newer champions in terms of team and drivers, and added lot of glamour to it all as well. It was the year that had its own share of highlights with GAINSCO/Bob Stallings Racing grabbing the title with two of the best of the drivers in the motorsports world Alex Gurney and Jon Fogarty sharing the title, and Patrick Dempsey one of the very popular Hollywood actors making his Grand Am Rolex Series debut. In fact the 2007 Grand Am Rolex Sports Car Series had everything in it, unimaginable competition among cars, teams, drivers; twists and turns of motorsports world; unexpected wins and expected wins; and strengthening of a relationship that has been evolving between Rolex and Grand Am Racing Association.
Rolex, the world’s [...] Read More at Melrose Jewelers.

- Written by John Lavit

Bill Campbell And Rolex Explorer II; Cultivating Talent

In life there are very few people who have a very impressive personality and good looks but very few can use their personality to the true potential. Those who use their impressive personality to its potential they achieve higher success in life. The same success formula has been used by Rolex. The brand Rolex has managed to cultivate talent within its watches and create masterpieces which have the potential to impress anyone. The Rolex Explorer II has been teaming up with the spirit of travelers who want to explore the world and view the world with a third eye perspective. Rolex has teamed with perfection and has designed watches which are not only good looking but extremely efficient in performance. Bill Campbell has been cultivating talent and made a hallmark in Hollywood because he has teamed up with a strong determination and has the courage to go on.
The talented [...] Read More at Melrose Jewelers.

- Written by John Lavit

Eric Van der Vleuten Brings Dutch Domination To The Rolex FEI World Cup Qualifier At Olympia

Eric Van der Vleuten not only won himself the Rolex FEI World Cup Qualifier which took place at Olympia but also ended the long draught of a Dutch victory at the event. The Dutch showjumper clocked in at 35.08 seconds. Riding his gelding, Groep Tomboy Eric Van der Vleuten became the second Dutch winner at the Olympia World Cup after a long gap of 15 years. The last Dutch winner at the Olympia World Cup was Jan Tops in the year 1994. Eric Van der Vleuten was extremely proud of his gelding as he stated that his horse was in good shape the entire week. They were the second last to go in the competition and yet were extremely determined to not let anyone else make it to the jump-off.

Eric Van der Vleuten always had a liking towards his horse Groep Tomboy as he knew him since the past [...] Read More at Melrose Jewelers.

- Written by John Lavit

Trisha Brown Joins The Esteemed Ranks Of Rolex Mentors For 2010-2011

The Rolex Mentor Protégé Arts Initiative is a novel initiative by Rolex to take forward the legacy of a mentor and protégé relationship. The initiative was introduced in 2002. The mentors and protégés are chosen from the genres of dance, literature, film, music, visual arts and theatre. The list of new mentors was announced on December 7, 2009 in London which marked the beginning of a new year of the mentor protégé relationship. The unique program comes from the house of Rolex which has set the highest standards of watch-making in the industry. The program is a part of various endeavors by Rolex in its pursuit to promote excellence. Rolex has been an avid supporter of sporting events like golf, tennis, sports car racing and eventing. The Rolex Mentor Protégé Arts Initiative is a humble initiative that is a great learning experience for the mentors as well as [...] Read More at Melrose Jewelers.

- Written by John Lavit

The Rolex Deepsea And Ethan Zohn; A Spirit Of Greatness

Rolex watches have created timepieces that master the art of timekeeping in the most natural manner and at the same time bear the conviction of delivering the most accurate timepieces. Today Rolex has profoundly made a mark in the industry and has created a competition with the rest of the watch market. It is important to understand the fact that Rolex watches have acclaimed supremacy because of the craftsmanship and attention that go into making the timepieces. To reach where it is now, Rolex had to deal with many obstacles but the spirit of motivation led the company forward and determination to excel was so engraved in the thought that each obstacle was dealt as a supernatural element and solution was formed. Rolex is known to deliver watches which have unsurpassable time and offer the most perfected and accurate timepiece. The supernatural element makes Rolex watch better than the [...] Read More at Melrose Jewelers.

- Written by John Lavit

Rolex Ranking Number 1 Marcus Ehning Conquers The Rolex IJRC Top Ten

Marcus Ehning, the reigning Number 1 in the Rolex Rankings has proved his mettle once again by winning the Rolex IJRC Top Ten. The course designed by Conrad Homfeld saw the most talented riders vying for the win. The top ten riders who went head to head at the equestrian event were Germany’s Marcus Ehning, Sweden’s Rolf-Göran Bengtsson, Canada’s Eric Lamaze, France’s Kevin Staut, Holland’s Albert Zoer, Germany’s Marco Kutscher, Brazil’s Rodrigo Pessoa, Australia’s Edwina Alexander, Holland’s Harry Smolders and France’s Michel Robert. The event took place at the Exposition Parc Paris Nord Villepinte which saw a huge crowd and was completely sold out. The show had a grand opening and delighted spectators as the ten riders were driven into the arena in the famous stuntman Mario Luraschi’s carriages.

The event comprised of two super rounds. Marcus Ehning demonstrated great ease and focus while completing the rounds. The 35 year [...] Read More at Melrose Jewelers.

- Written by John Lavit

Rolex Presents The New York Yacht Club Race Week For Great Summertime Sailing

Come summer of 2010 and Newport would play host to one of the most competitive regattas, the NYYC Race Week presented by Rolex. For fans eagerly awaiting the regatta that takes place every two years, the announcement of the 2010 schedule was heartening news. The 2010 season will mark the seventh regatta of the New York Yacht Club Race Week at Newport. The summer sand and seas will witness the action next year from July 17 to July 24. The sailing event is sure to draw in a huge crowd as it boasts of a unique split format wherein the regatta week begins with One-Design, Classic, 12 Metre and PHRF championships while July 21 to 24 is slated for the Rolex US-IRC races.
Preparations are already underway to deliver that something extra at the 2010 regatta as the competition is a major attraction for sailors who look forward to mixing [...] Read More at Melrose Jewelers.

- Written by John Lavit

2009 Rolex FEI World Cup Champion Ravel Nominated For 2009 Farnam/Platform USEF Horse of the Year Award

The 2009 Rolex FEI World Cup Champion Ravel has earned the honor of becoming one of the lucky few nominees vying of the prestigious Horse of the Year Award. The impressive horse is an eleven year old bay Dutch Warmblood gelding. The gelding owned by Akiko Yamazaki has given various spectacular performances for which the horse now finds itself nominated amongst the top 5 contenders for the Farnam/Platform USEF Horse of the Year Award. All the nominees for the Farnam/Platform USEF Horse of the Year Award are chosen due to their dedication and incredible skill. Excelling in equestrian sports not only takes a great deal of determination and focus on the part of the rider but also takes a great deal of training and control on the part of the horse. The success of every rider to have ever participated in any equestrian event depends entirely on his or [...] Read More at Melrose Jewelers.

- Written by John Lavit

The Dauntless Looks of Chad Michael Murray And The Rolex Oyster Perpetual Datejust 31mm

Rolex watches have always captured everyone’s attention. Rolex has broken the tradition of leather straps and introduced stainless straps which were never thought of. Rolex watches are distinctive because of the unmistakable logo of a crown in the center. Rolex watches especially the Rolex Oyster Perpetual Datejust 31mm has been the most distinguished watch in the luxury brands. The Rolex Oyster Perpetual Datejust 31 mm is available in the intermediate size of 31mm. The watches are available in platinum, 18 karat yellow, white or Everose gold or in a combination of steel and gold. The Rolex Oyster Perpetual Datejust 31 mm is a watch with a very dauntless persona just like the model turned actor Chad Michael Murry.
Chad Michael Murray is an American actor, former fashion model and spokesperson who was born in the year 1988. Murray headed for Hollywood in the year 1999 when he started his modeling [...] Read More at Melrose Jewelers.

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Melrose Jewelers: The Rolex Submariner Date And Eric Kyle Szmanda: Driving New Horizon

Rolex the world renowned Swiss watch making company has incomparable quality and unusual versions. Among its most unusual versions is the Rolex Submariner Date. The Rolex Submariner Date has been designed for sea lovers and navy personnel. Rolex has been producing water resistant watches since 1926 and the company introduced the first Submariner in the year 1954 at the Swiss Watch fair. The Rolex Submariner Date is considered as a classic watch like the actor Eric Kyle Szmanda who is driving new horizons through his acting skills. This collection shows perfection in manufacturing as the watch has the part of expeditions both at the sea and overland in the Antarctic. The watch can withstand the undersea temperature along with water as well as can withstand temperatures of 45 degrees below zero. This watch shows the supremacy of the Rolex watches in the field of water-resistance series produced so [...] Read More at Melrose Jewelers.

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Melrose Jewelers: An Evening With Aurelio Martinez At The Rolex Mentor Protégé Arts Initiative

The Rolex Mentor Protégé Arts Initiative has brought together many artists to share and learn in the one year they spend together. It has been a great learning experience for not only the protégés but also the mentors as they get to share a fresh perspective on their genre. Youssou N’Dour presented his protégé Aurelio Martinez at the Union Chapel on Friday the 4th of December. The evening witnessed the mentor protégé duo performing at the presentation and included a short film about Aurelio Martinez which was shot in his home country as well as covered his visit to Senegal. Aurelio Martinez visited Senegal to work with his mentor during his year in the program.

Aurelio Martinez debuted along with his band at the London concert presented by Rolex. He is a young Honduran musician who began his career with the legendary musician Andy Palacio. He has been recognized for [...] Read More at Melrose Jewelers.

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Melrose Jewelers: The Rolex Deepsea And Gary Allan: Versatile Performers

The world’s best and most popular luxury watches are manufactured by Rolex. The brand Rolex maintains a status symbol across the world for its premium price and collection. One of its premium watch is the Rolex Deepsea diver watch. The Rolex Deepsea is especially designed for divers and swimmers. The watch was conceptualized in the early 1960 but the first watch was made available only in 1967. This was the first ultra water resistant watch. The Rolex Deep Sea has been developed from submariner from the Comex S.A which is industrial deep-sea driving company. The Comex has an increased crystal thickness which makes it water resistant watch. The Rolex DeepSea watch does not have date magnification bubble and the cyclop which is present in most of Rolex watches. The Rolex Deepsea is very popular among the sea drivers as versatile singer Gary Allan Herzberg is known for his platinum [...] Read More at Melrose Jewelers.

- Written by John Lavit